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Jump to the table of contents User's Guide PRS-600 Digital Book Reader ©2009 Sony Corporation 4-153-621-12(1)
Jump to the table of contents User's Guide PRS-600 Digital Book Reader ©2009 Sony Corporation 4-153-621-12(1)
User's Guide
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... 22 About the Home menu 24 Inserting a Memory Card 33 Importing and Transferring Content Importing Content 37 Authorizing the Reader and your computer 37 Downloading eBooks from eBook store 40 Importing content to eBook Library 41 Transferring Content 44 Transferring content to ...the Reader 44 Transferring content via a memory card 48 Synchronizing content in Library with the Reader 52 Reading Books Reading Books 54 Using the Option menu of the book list 56 Sorting a list 58 Continued
... 22 About the Home menu 24 Inserting a Memory Card 33 Importing and Transferring Content Importing Content 37 Authorizing the Reader and your computer 37 Downloading eBooks from eBook store 40 Importing content to eBook Library 41 Transferring Content 44 Transferring content to ...the Reader 44 Transferring content via a memory card 48 Synchronizing content in Library with the Reader 52 Reading Books Reading Books 54 Using the Option menu of the book list 56 Sorting a list 58 Continued
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... Advanced Settings menu items 146 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 150 Restoring default settings 163 Uninstalling eBook Library 166 Other Information Updating the Reader Device Software 167 About Books Pre-installed on the Reader 168 Notes on Reader Disposal 169 Precautions 170 On safety 175 On heat build-up 176 On the headphones 176 Note on use...
... Advanced Settings menu items 146 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 150 Restoring default settings 163 Uninstalling eBook Library 166 Other Information Updating the Reader Device Software 167 About Books Pre-installed on the Reader 168 Notes on Reader Disposal 169 Precautions 170 On safety 175 On heat build-up 176 On the headphones 176 Note on use...
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Once initial preparation is required. *2 Books/Personal Documents/Audio/Picture files that you wish. Transferring Transfer content from your computer to the Reader *1 Online eBook store. Initially after purchase, you need to prepare the Reader for use. Downloaded eBooks *1 *2 Transferring eBooks/Audio/ Picture file to the Reader using eBook Library. An Internet connection is complete...
Once initial preparation is required. *2 Books/Personal Documents/Audio/Picture files that you wish. Transferring Transfer content from your computer to the Reader *1 Online eBook store. Initially after purchase, you need to prepare the Reader for use. Downloaded eBooks *1 *2 Transferring eBooks/Audio/ Picture file to the Reader using eBook Library. An Internet connection is complete...
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Getting Started Parts and Controls Touch screen The touch screen gives you simple access to the various functions on the Reader ( page 18). < > (Page Turn) buttons Turns the page. You can also turn multiple pages by pressing and holding the buttons. Continued You can turn the page using the touch screen ( page 19). (Home) button Displays the Home menu ( page 24).
Getting Started Parts and Controls Touch screen The touch screen gives you simple access to the various functions on the Reader ( page 18). < > (Page Turn) buttons Turns the page. You can also turn multiple pages by pressing and holding the buttons. Continued You can turn the page using the touch screen ( page 19). (Home) button Displays the Home menu ( page 24).
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Hint The Reader can be charged by connecting to a page, etc., from the Size menu. OPTIONS button Displays the Option menu ( page 29, 32, 57, 84, 111, ...) ( page 127). USB connector Used to connect the USB cable (supplied) ( page 13). DC IN jack Used to connect the AC Adapter for Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). Continued You can use various functions such as creating notes, jumping to a computer using the supplied USB cable. RESET button Resets the...
Hint The Reader can be charged by connecting to a page, etc., from the Size menu. OPTIONS button Displays the Option menu ( page 29, 32, 57, 84, 111, ...) ( page 127). USB connector Used to connect the USB cable (supplied) ( page 13). DC IN jack Used to connect the AC Adapter for Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). Continued You can use various functions such as creating notes, jumping to a computer using the supplied USB cable. RESET button Resets the...
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To shut down the Reader, slide and hold for cover attachment Used to perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting a word, on /off when charging is complete ( page 14). ... 33). Stylus The stylus enables you to attach the cover (optional). Charge indicator Lights up in orange when your computer starts accessing the Reader via USB. POWER switch Switches the Reader on the touch screen ( page 9, 18, 150). Flashes in red while charging, and goes off ( page 10).
To shut down the Reader, slide and hold for cover attachment Used to perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting a word, on /off when charging is complete ( page 14). ... 33). Stylus The stylus enables you to attach the cover (optional). Charge indicator Lights up in orange when your computer starts accessing the Reader via USB. POWER switch Switches the Reader on the touch screen ( page 9, 18, 150). Flashes in red while charging, and goes off ( page 10).
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The number is stored on the rear of the holder. Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is on the label on the top right side of the Reader. Note When you use it fully to the bottom of the Reader. Pull it out from the top when you put the supplied stylus back into the holder, make sure to insert it . Getting Started About the serial number The serial number is for customer registration purposes. Do not remove the label.
The number is stored on the rear of the holder. Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is on the label on the top right side of the Reader. Note When you use it fully to the bottom of the Reader. Pull it out from the top when you put the supplied stylus back into the holder, make sure to insert it . Getting Started About the serial number The serial number is for customer registration purposes. Do not remove the label.
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...12), or after purchase, "Welcome!" Make sure to turn on and the initial setting screen to appear when using it for the Reader to turn on the Reader before connecting to your computer. When you select "English", the "Keyboard" screen appears. screen appears in all four ... Screen" ( page 18). After completing the calibration, "Menu Language" screen appears. Note If the Reader does not turn on the Reader. For details, see "Charging the Reader" ( page 13). Continued 10 Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to turn on, charging is required.
...12), or after purchase, "Welcome!" Make sure to turn on and the initial setting screen to appear when using it for the Reader to turn on the Reader before connecting to your computer. When you select "English", the "Keyboard" screen appears. screen appears in all four ... Screen" ( page 18). After completing the calibration, "Menu Language" screen appears. Note If the Reader does not turn on the Reader. For details, see "Charging the Reader" ( page 13). Continued 10 Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to turn on, charging is required.
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...minutes of inactivity even if you slide the POWER switch and hold it for more than 3 seconds, the Reader shuts down after 60 minutes of the Reader The Reader has a Power Management feature to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. The Power Management operates as follows: ...After 60 minutes of inactivity, the Reader enters sleep mode automatically while the battery power is consumed slightly. After 5 days of inactivity, the Reader automatically shuts down and stops consuming the battery power. If the battery power...
...minutes of inactivity even if you slide the POWER switch and hold it for more than 3 seconds, the Reader shuts down after 60 minutes of the Reader The Reader has a Power Management feature to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. The Power Management operates as follows: ...After 60 minutes of inactivity, the Reader enters sleep mode automatically while the battery power is consumed slightly. After 5 days of inactivity, the Reader automatically shuts down and stops consuming the battery power. If the battery power...
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... one of inactivity even if "Power Management" is set to "On." - When connected to charge - When playing audio files or a slideshow To shut down the Reader manually You can activate/deactivate the Power Management from "Power Management" in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 149). 12 When connected to the AC Adapter... for more than 3 seconds. Use "Device Shutdown" in the "Settings" menu ( page 142). Note In the following states, the Reader does not enter sleep mode after 60 minutes of the following ways. Slide the Power switch and hold it for...
... one of inactivity even if "Power Management" is set to "On." - When connected to charge - When playing audio files or a slideshow To shut down the Reader manually You can activate/deactivate the Power Management from "Power Management" in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 149). 12 When connected to the AC Adapter... for more than 3 seconds. Use "Device Shutdown" in the "Settings" menu ( page 142). Note In the following states, the Reader does not enter sleep mode after 60 minutes of the following ways. Slide the Power switch and hold it for...
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.... Connect to an AC outlet and turned on (not in sleep mode). S5220E) (optional). Continued 13 It will take approximately 4 hours to charge the Reader when using it for the first time, or when the remaining battery power is connected to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter for... Reader (AC- Charge in one of the following ways. Connect to a computer via USB connection, follow the steps below. Make sure your computer is ...
.... Connect to an AC outlet and turned on (not in sleep mode). S5220E) (optional). Continued 13 It will take approximately 4 hours to charge the Reader when using it for the first time, or when the remaining battery power is connected to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter for... Reader (AC- Charge in one of the following ways. Connect to a computer via USB connection, follow the steps below. Make sure your computer is ...
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...Charge indicator To AC outlet USB cable (supplied) * The displayed screen during the USB connection varies depending on the Reader and charging starts. (At purchase, the Reader is in the shutdown state, therefore, it takes 5 minutes or more until appears. Continued 14 appears on the ... installed on your computer, the AutoPlay window appears (Windows only) ( page 17). To check how much the Reader has been charged, disconnect the Reader from your computer using environment. Getting Started Connect the Reader to your computer, then check the battery icon ( page 15).
...Charge indicator To AC outlet USB cable (supplied) * The displayed screen during the USB connection varies depending on the Reader and charging starts. (At purchase, the Reader is in the shutdown state, therefore, it takes 5 minutes or more until appears. Continued 14 appears on the ... installed on your computer, the AutoPlay window appears (Windows only) ( page 17). To check how much the Reader has been charged, disconnect the Reader from your computer using environment. Getting Started Connect the Reader to your computer, then check the battery icon ( page 15).
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...is in red while charging) goes off, and the icon indicating that charging is not guaranteed. Continued 15 Getting Started When the Reader is charged fully, the charge indicator (lights up from the computer before performing these operations. These operations may cause the...progress (the bottom left of the notebook computer. Connection via USB, you cannot operate the Reader. Do not leave the Reader connected to an AC outlet for an extended period. Disconnect the Reader from sleep mode, or shut down the computer. It will consume the battery of the screen. ...
...is in red while charging) goes off, and the icon indicating that charging is not guaranteed. Continued 15 Getting Started When the Reader is charged fully, the charge indicator (lights up from the computer before performing these operations. These operations may cause the...progress (the bottom left of the notebook computer. Connection via USB, you cannot operate the Reader. Do not leave the Reader connected to an AC outlet for an extended period. Disconnect the Reader from sleep mode, or shut down the computer. It will consume the battery of the screen. ...
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If you continue to use without charging, the following warning appears. Getting Started Note If the remaining battery power is low, the following warning appears, and the Reader will turn it on again ( page 13). 16 Charge the battery ( page 13). Charge the Reader and turn off automatically.
If you continue to use without charging, the following warning appears. Getting Started Note If the remaining battery power is low, the following warning appears, and the Reader will turn it on again ( page 13). 16 Charge the battery ( page 13). Charge the Reader and turn off automatically.
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...; Click "Install eBook Library" in the "Installer for eBook Library. For details, see "System Requirements" ( page 187). Make sure the Reader and your computer, "LAUNCHER" appears on the desktop. "Mac" "Setup eBook Library," and then follow the on-screen instructions. To install ... the installation launcher that is connected to meet the minimum system requirements for Reader" window, then follow the on the Reader manually. The "Installer for Reader" - Hint If you use with the Reader. From the Start menu, click "My Computer" ("Computer" in Macintosh ...
...; Click "Install eBook Library" in the "Installer for eBook Library. For details, see "System Requirements" ( page 187). Make sure the Reader and your computer, "LAUNCHER" appears on the desktop. "Mac" "Setup eBook Library," and then follow the on-screen instructions. To install ... the installation launcher that is connected to meet the minimum system requirements for Reader" window, then follow the on the Reader manually. The "Installer for Reader" - Hint If you use with the Reader. From the Start menu, click "My Computer" ("Computer" in Macintosh ...
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In this manual, the operating instructions on the Reader are described as below: Press the (Home) button. (Home) button Continued 22 The actual operation for the example is the starting point to read/play/view content, create a drawing/text memo and configure settings. Getting Started How to Use the Home Menu The Home menu is shown as follows. Example: Reading a book In the Home menu, tap ("Books") desired book. You can select menu items by tapping them.
In this manual, the operating instructions on the Reader are described as below: Press the (Home) button. (Home) button Continued 22 The actual operation for the example is the starting point to read/play/view content, create a drawing/text memo and configure settings. Getting Started How to Use the Home Menu The Home menu is shown as follows. Example: Reading a book In the Home menu, tap ("Books") desired book. You can select menu items by tapping them.
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...." Refer to page 94 for bookmarks, 98 for highlights and 102 for markups. These items can be rearranged in books within the Reader ( page 26). To display other items, tap ("More"). Displays the "Books" list ( page 54). Getting Started About the Home menu In the Home menu, frequently used items are arranged by...
...." Refer to page 94 for bookmarks, 98 for highlights and 102 for markups. These items can be rearranged in books within the Reader ( page 26). To display other items, tap ("More"). Displays the "Books" list ( page 54). Getting Started About the Home menu In the Home menu, frequently used items are arranged by...
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For details on markups, refer to page 94. - The "All Notes" list includes all the notes of all the books stored on the Reader and memory cards. Also, you can search the Reader for a note containing text comment using the on-screen keyboard ( page 29). From ("All Notes") in the Home menu, ... "note(s)." - In this manual, highlights, bookmarks with/without a comment and markups are collectively referred to page 98. - Getting Started Searching notes Using the Reader, you can search the "All Notes" list for notes. Hint You can highlight a word(s), create a bookmark, or mark up...
For details on markups, refer to page 94. - The "All Notes" list includes all the notes of all the books stored on the Reader and memory cards. Also, you can search the Reader for a note containing text comment using the on-screen keyboard ( page 29). From ("All Notes") in the Home menu, ... "note(s)." - In this manual, highlights, bookmarks with/without a comment and markups are collectively referred to page 98. - Getting Started Searching notes Using the Reader, you can search the "All Notes" list for notes. Hint You can highlight a word(s), create a bookmark, or mark up...
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... on the "Sort" type. - page Types of note Icons Descriptions Sentences displayed in the headline Bookmark created on a book First sentence of bar varies depending on the Reader appears. Added comment. Back icon Headline Scroll bar* Annotated date/Book title/Page number Indicates type of note "All Notes" list * The type of a page.
... on the "Sort" type. - page Types of note Icons Descriptions Sentences displayed in the headline Bookmark created on a book First sentence of bar varies depending on the Reader appears. Added comment. Back icon Headline Scroll bar* Annotated date/Book title/Page number Indicates type of note "All Notes" list * The type of a page.